Shelby Williams
Belgrade,MT
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional, with over 10 years of experience in critical care, med/surg, oncology and psychiatric care settings. Strong background in patient observation/monitoring, emergency response, and advanced life support. Proven track record in team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable, adaptable, and highly skilled in patient care, with focus on effective communication and quick decision-making, especially in high-intensity, high-acuity settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
CNA-Psychiatric
Aya Healthcare
Montana State Hospital
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while prioritizing patient safety at all times.
- Assisted nursing staff in obtaining VS and close observation of patients for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through effective communication, active listening, and respectful interactions with patients and staff members.
- Assisted staff members during medical and behavioral emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
CNA-Float Pool, Oncology, Med/Surg
Aya Healthcare
St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, supporting recovery and discharge planning.
- Assisted in the application of dressings, patient transfers, and preparation for diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to monitor and address patient needs effectively.
- Improved patient comfort during treatments by providing compassionate care and addressing any concerns or questions.
- Facilitated ongoing communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering trust and collaboration in care decisions.
- Improved patient outcomes by performing accurate vital sign monitoring and timely documentation.
- Provided compassionate care during challenging situations such as terminal illnesses or end-of-life transitions.
CNA – Cardiovascular ICU
Aya Healthcare
Billings Clinic
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently assessing, monitoring and reporting vital signs in a Cardiovascular ICU setting.
- Collaborated with RNs to deliver comprehensive care to critically ill cardiac patients, by observing and reporting changes in patient condition, VS monitoring, ensuring timely interventions.
- Supported physicians during invasive procedures, allowing them to focus on critical decision-making tasks while ensuring patient comfort.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations, helping to stabilize patients and prevent further complications.
- Demonstrated effective time management skills in prioritizing tasks and coordinating care for multiple critically ill patients simultaneously.
- Optimized use of medical equipment such as cardiac monitors and ventilators to ensure appropriate monitoring and treatment delivery for critically ill patients, within scope and with proper supervision.
CNA-Float Pool
Aya Healthcare
Riverside University Medical Center
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability to different clinical environments while maintaining high-quality care standards throughout various rotations within the float pool system, offering exceptional care and support to patients experiencing acute and chronic conditions.
- Streamlined patient care transitions and promoted patient care and outcomes by providing effective and timely communication of pertinent information to interdisciplinary team members.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported nursing staff in daily rounds, monitoring vital signs, and wound care to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
- Helped physicians complete bedside procedures to address patient concerns.
- Improved patient mobility through assistance with ambulation, transfers, and positioning techniques.
CNA-ICU
Banner University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
08.2013 - 08.2022
- Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Delivered timely patient care during critical situations, ensuring that medical interventions were executed promptly and effectively under the supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Facilitated comprehensive patient care by providing effective communication, through thorough documentation and verbal updates, among physicians, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members, leading to seamless shift transitions and timely interventions.
- Actively participated in patient rounds with physicians and nurses, providing insight from a technical perspective to contribute towards potential treatment options or adjustments needed.
- Assisted nursing staff in operation of specialized equipment used in critical care settings including infusion pumps, defibrillators, cardiac monitors, and hemodynamic monitoring devices.
- Skillfully managed time-sensitive tasks such as medication administration, blood draws or IV insertions while maintaining a high level of attention to detail on each procedure performed.
- Efficiently prioritized workload in a high-stress environment by multitasking and delegating tasks when necessary.
Education
Associate's of General Studies -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZSkills
- Patient Care Expertise
- Critical Care/Trauma Support
- Emergency Response
- Condition Monitoring
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - College of the Desert
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification - Crisis Prevention Institute.
- Phlebotomy Certification - Southwest Phlebotomy
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Pima Community College
Timeline
CNA-Psychiatric
Aya Healthcare
07.2024 - 01.2025
CNA-Float Pool, Oncology, Med/Surg
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 07.2024
CNA – Cardiovascular ICU
Aya Healthcare
03.2023 - 07.2023
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
CNA-Float Pool
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - 03.2023
CNA-ICU
Banner University Medical Center
08.2013 - 08.2022
Associate's of General Studies -
Pima Community College